Title: Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala ![Smart TV - Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala (MacTier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103719600/103719522/w1499h841x0y1-7da7a0f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala (MacTier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103719600/103719522/85e28317.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala (MacTier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103719600/103719522/15644808.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala (MacTier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103719600/103719522/31db8ba1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala (MacTier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103719600/103719522/34390ee7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located just minutes from the town of Bala, Muskoka, Moon River offers a tranquil retreat with an open kitchen and dining room. With smart TV and internet access, unwind in the cozy one-bedroom cottage or take in the full view of the Moon River on three acres of land. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala Welcome to the Moon River! Kick back and relax in this calm and stylish cottage. Pass the time away at our one bedroom cottage just a stone throw from the Moon River. Swimming, fishing or just enjoying soaking in the sun on the patio. We're sure you will be over the moon with your stay! Our cottage features one bedroom with bathroom and an open kitchen and dinning room. Enjoy our cottage with smart TV, linens, towels and internet. This cottage is situated on three acres of land with full view of the Moon River. Located just minutes from the town of Bala, Muskoka, with all the amenities you'll need. Perfect for couples or small families looking for a cozy getaway or to make some great memories. \-Fresh mart Grocery store only minutes away \-Muskoka Beer Spa just 10 minutes away \-Minutes from Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery \-Torrance Barrens Dark Sky Preserve 15 minutes away ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of towels on request ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Property located in a resort - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108040000/108035300/108035300/e502fde4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bala Vida Cabin - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.04095%2C-79.68076&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7mhdUphyDl2AV6KOu4MPxMV48ao=) MacTier, ON #### What's nearby - Bala's Museum \- 20 min drive \- 5.3 miles - Lake Muskoka \- 20 min drive \- 5.5 miles - Muskoka Lakes Winery \- 23 min drive \- 7.7 miles - Lake Joseph \- 26 min drive \- 11.5 miles - Hardy Lake Provincial Park \- 27 min drive \- 11.1 miles #### Restaurants - Bass Lake Roadhouse - Don's Bakery - Hook and Ladder - Bala Falls Pub - Water's Edge Wine Bar & Grill ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala? ### What time is check-in at Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala? ### What time is check-out at Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala? ### Where is Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Muskoka Cottage Minutes From Bala Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### William M. 29 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Moon River Staycation Close to everything in town and great river view. Friendly neighbors. ##### William M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa K. 26 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### House hunting trip Hubby and I had a short stay to look at homes in the area. Our trip was booked on short notice and the stay did not disappoint. The cottage was well equipped, clean and cozy. Everything we needed for a two night stay including WIFI. Only shortcoming was not being able to watch Netflix, etc without setting up a Roku account which we have no interest in doing. Zan was a great host - very responsive and helpful. We will have a number of return trips in the coming weeks and look forward to coming back to Over The Moon. ##### Lisa K. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Matt S. 15 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Cottage The Over the Moon Cottages are an excellent location for convenience of being close to downtown Bala amenities and direct access to the lake across the road. We stayed in Unit #4 which was a one bedroom and more than enough space for the two of us. The only hiccup we experienced was no working wifi on the first day which was resolved by the owner for our second morning. There must have been a pet that stayed prior to us as there was a lot of hair which needed to be swept up. Overall, we would visit again! ##### Matt S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evelyn H. 22 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We were here for 4 nights and enjoyed our time here very much. The host was very helpful and friendly. The cottage itself was very clean and up-to-date and would recommend this place to anyone. ##### Evelyn H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aiden M. 1 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Zan was very helpful and the cottage was perfect for a couple. Will be back! ##### Aiden M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea C. 6 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birthday weekend It was great 👌 ##### Andrea C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Tracy W. 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location We enjoyed our stay at Zen's place. It was accurately described and it was minutes from Bala. The place could have been a little cleaner. We had to rewash pans that were in the cupboard as they were still dirty. Also there could be more plates as there was only two large size. ##### Tracy W. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sukkim W. 13 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### March break getaway Great quiet location away from the city. Cute little cottage - enough for a couple. Close to small town of Bala. Only issue was the heat in the living area. Need more heaters and blinds in the living room. ##### Sukkim W. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Laurel R. 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cabin in Muskoka My husband and I stayed at Moon River cottages for 4 days in July. We had a great time and enjoy the lake view! The cottage is the perfect size for two people and dog. You also get access to the wider property including muskoka chairs and fire pit for making campfires. Our only feedback is that BBQs should be replaced as they are old and not useable. But other than that, we would stay again. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/419d2afb-5847-4d28-b0e6-05c03e4a444f-1754921913458.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d2d37d3e-1fce-4a09-bc5b-2c952cf49c54-1754921913458.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d4974fee-0519-4d70-b553-f3951007cafd-1754921913473.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Laurel R. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raymond B. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage Amazing!!! ##### Raymond B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krista B. 26 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Krista B. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorraine 3 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### Lorraine Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin B. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Kevin B. 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